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Published Date: October 12, 2008
JERRY CROWE
In San Francisco, Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier threatened to introduce a resolution calling for Tom Lasorda's removal as grand marshal of Italian Heritage Day parade, leading to his withdrawal.
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NEWSWIRE
He is suspended for 30 games without pay for violating his lucrative new contract by getting into a moped accident in the off-season.Q & A: PETER UEBERROTH
He will address the USOC for the final time as its chairman.USC FOOTBALL
Trojans win easily despite four turnovers by quarterback Mark Sanchez. Joe McKnight rushes for a career-best 143 yards.CHRIS DUFRESNE / ON COLLEGE FOOTBALL
For the third time this season, the No. 1-ranked team is upset, this time Oklahoma.KURT STREETER
The Trojans' offense is spotty in a 28-0 victory against Arizona State at the Coliseum.BILL SHAIKIN / ON BASEBALL
Former second baseman, now a Philadelphia Phillies coach, played on never-say-quit teams.COLLEGE FOOTBALL SPOTLIGHT
You can forget about that Bowl Championship Series title game matchup between academic powerhouses Vanderbilt and Northwestern.BILL PLASCHKE
Pitching inside would be a good start.USC FOOTBALL NOTES
Trojans defensive end blocks two Arizona State field-goal attempts in the third quarter, tying an NCAA record.UCLA FOOTBALL
Bruins' road struggles continue.HELENE ELLIOTT
Their shortcomings are apparent in a 3-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks.SOCCER
The victory extends the reigning European champion's unbeaten streak to 26 games in all competitions.AL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES / RAYS 9, RED SOX 8
Outfielder's sacrifice fly in the 11th inning drives in the winning run, tying the series at one victory apiece.SAM FARMER / ON THE NFL
Neither team is at the same level it was during last season's AFC championship game, but the Chargers are hoping to use Sunday's matchup as a momentum-changer.HORSE RACING
A decision on whether Curlin will face Big Brown in Breeders' Cup could hinge in part on how well he 'works in traffic' against stablemate Hawaii Calls on Monday.NLCS NOTES
Against Philadelphia in Game 3, he'll probably be at first base instead of James Loney. He could start at third base, though.HOCKEY
The deal for the 21-year-old center is worth $47.6 million.LAKERS FYI
Coach Phil Jackson says the veteran forward 'would really helps us' as a sixth man.DUCKS FYI
Echoing Jean-Sebastien Giguere's comments after season-opening loss to San Jose, Ducks coach says his players should stop complaining to referees and do more to avoid penalties.MOTOR RACING ROUNDUP
He uses three gas-only stops to pull out a victory over NASCAR points leader Jimmie Johnson at Concord, N.C.UCLA FOOTBALL NOTES
The coach rubbed the Autzen Stadium faithful the wrong way when he was at Colorado and Washington, and they haven't warmed to him since the Bruins hired him.SOCCER
The Americans sweep into the final round of qualifying for the 2010 World Cup with a dominating victory at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Max Hall throws three touchdown passes for the Cougars, and that's all they need in a 21-3 victory over New Mexico.USC FOOTBALL
The quarterback commits turnovers on four straight third-quarter possessions, but Trojans beat Arizona State anyway, 28-0.COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP
Quarterback Moore throws three first-half touchdowns to lead the Broncos, who improve to 5-0.MORNING BRIEFING
Nate Holland, Ryan Nyquist talk about what they'd do if they were president.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Gerhart's touchdown with 25 seconds left lifts the Cardinal over the Wildcats, 24-23.HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL
He passes for a team-record 418 yards in a victory over Anaheim Servite.PRO FOOTBALL
Technology clocks New Orleans Saints' Bush at 22 mph. Bolt was at 23.07 mph for his world-record 100 in the Beijing Olympics.GOLF ROUNDUP
The South African has an eagle and four birdies for a seven-under 63 and a one-stroke lead over Zach Johnson in the Texas Open at San Antonio.ALCS NOTES
The Red Sox ace, the current Mr. October of pitchers, has been pounded this postseason.NO. 5 TEXAS 45, NO. 1 OKLAHOMA 35
Colt McCoy passes for 277 yards, but it's his leadership that helps lift the Longhorns over the Sooners, 45-35.NO. 22 NORTH CAROLINA 29, NOTRE DAME 24
Tar Heels fall on a last-second fumble to secure a 29-24 victory over the Fighting Irish.NO. 17 OKLAHOMA STATE 28, NO. 3 MISSOURI 23
Heisman Trophy contender throws three interceptions for the No. 3 Tigers and takes the blame in a 28-23 loss to the Cowboys.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Red Raiders improve to 6-0 after coming up with an interception to seal the victory.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Tim Tebow throws two touchdown passes to Percy Harvin and runs for a score as the Gators thump the defending national champions, 51-21.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
He rushes for 173 yards and two long touchdown runs in a 35-20 victory.CLIPPERS FYI
The two free agents are the first players cut in training camp by Coach Mike Dunleavy, who cites the Clippers' depth at their positions.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Stafford throws for 310 yards and Moreno rushes for 101 to lead the Bulldogs to a 26-14 win.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Clark throws a touchdown pass and rushes for two more scores to lead the Nittany Lions over the Badgers.COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Running back has a career-high 188 yards in Mountaineers' 17-6 win over Orange.GALAXY TODAY
Slim hopes for a playoff berth could end today.CHIVAS USA 1, SAN JOSE 0
It defeats the San Jose Earthquakes, 1-0, on a goal by Justin Braun. Chivas USA (12-10-6) has won four straight and six of its last seven.DUCKS TODAY
Anaheim tries to bounce back from opening-night loss.KINGS TONIGHT
The Kings will try to stretch a streak of not having been beaten in 13 consecutive home openers. |
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